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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that discusses topics related to open educational resources and massive open online courses (MOOC). Brand new gains in technology-enhanced learning make it possible for learners in all parts of the world to take online classes. Massive open online courses are mostly free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that online education institutions are having to struggle with more than ever because online learning technology is advancing so fast. How can we assure that the quality of these massively open online courses is respectable? How can participants ensure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What business models are being used by institutions like Canvas Network to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are optimal? How can teachers handle poor student motivation and high attrition?

As learning technology becomes more widespread there is a demand to gain more knowledge about how massively open online courses are being conducted. Scientists and lots of other participants need to gain more knowledge about these new open educational undertakings. Everyone wants to perceive how massive open online courses can be made better. In response to this growing desideratum for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open education resource issues. This scholarly new book also researches the key controversies associated with these online MOOCs and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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